The Cubs’ bats were silenced by Jimmy Nelson today for 7 innings, but they erupted for 5 runs over the last 2 innings to come from behind for the 5-2 win over the Brewers.
The Good
Anthony Rizzo is looking like he is ready to put his July slump behind him. He had a huge game today, finishing 3 for 4 with a single, double (26) and a huge 2-out, 3-run HR in the 8th inning to put the Cubs ahead for good. It was his 18th HR and he now has 56 RBI to go with his .